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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Overview of Methylprednisolone for Canines and Felines Methylprednisolone, also known as Medrol® or Depo-Medrol®, is a steroid drug used in dogs and cats to treat inflammation, autoimmune diseases of the skin, and feline bronchial asthma. Methylprednisolone comes in both an oral and injectable form. The immune and inflammation systems of pets and people constitute essential safeguards against infections and disease. However, in some situations, inflammation is dangerous and leads to severe damage in tissues and organs. Similarly, the immune system, often for no apparent reason, can attack the body and cause great damage or even death. Many of the resultant medical conditions are called autoimmune diseases. Drugs that control inflammation and suppress the immune system are often needed to treat diseases in animals. Methylprednisolone is one of these drugs. This drug is classified as a glucocorticoid because it is related to cortisone and contains glucose in the molecule. Effects of glucocorticoids can be observed in every organ system and these drugs should only be used when necessary. Methylprednisolone is a prescription drug and can only be obtained from a veterinarian or by prescription from a veterinarian. Brand Names and Other Names of Methylprednisolone This drug is registered for use in humans and animals. Human formulations: Medrol® (Upjohn), Depo-Medrol® (Upjohn) and generics Veterinary formulations: Medrol® (Upjohn), Depo-Medrol® (Upjohn) and generics Uses of Methylprednisolone for Dogs and Cats Methylprednisolone is used for its anti-inflammatory effect. It can be used in treatment of allergic reactions and inflammatory diseases. Certain autoimmune diseases of the
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